2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2000 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
